- Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove dipstick. Raise and support vehicle by frame. Remove front skid plate and crossmember. On 4WD, disconnect front drive shaft bolts at front axle. On all models, remove flywheel/flexplate inspection cover.
- Place reference marks on pitman arm and steering gear shaft. Remove nut, washer and pitman arm from steering gear. Remove 4 bolts and idler arm. On 4WD, support front axle. Remove front axle-to-mount bolts. Lower front axle. On all models, drain engine oil. Remove oil pan bolts, oil pan and gasket.
Installation
Ensure gasket surfaces are clean. Before installing oil pan and gasket, apply continuous bead of silicone sealant around oil pan sealing area. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all bolts and nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .